Common Reasons People Don’t Seek Addiction Treatment
Some estimates report that globally, more than 70% of people with mental illness do not receive treatment. While there are a number of factors believed to be responsible for this phenomenon, this article aims to explore an individual’s responsibility to seek treatment, and the barriers or maladaptive thoughts that often get in the way. Learn […]
Ativan Withdrawal
Ativan, otherwise known as Lorazepam, belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines or benzos. The class of drugs treats anxiety, seizure disorders, and relaxes tense muscles. To add, benzodiazepines function as central nervous system depressants. They work by decreasing the firing of neurons and nerves in the brain and spinal cord. On a neurological […]
Myths about Alcohol Detox
First, the Facts Alcohol– the legal drug– remains one of the easiest substances to fall prey to, and one of the most difficult drugs to quit. According to the 2015 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 15.1 million adults ages 18 and older have an Alcohol Use Disorder. The same study estimates that […]
The Pros & Cons of Suboxone
Opioid addiction has the ability to overcome people in unfair ways. Many only become aware of having a serious problem after they already are addicted. If the source of the opioid drug was a doctor who prescribed it to treat pain, it is unbelievably easy to get trapped in addiction. It is very common to falsely […]
Can I Detox from Xanax at Home?
According to the American Psychiatric Association, addiction is “a complex condition, a brain disease that is manifested by compulsive substance use despite harmful consequence.” When someone is addicted to a substance, he or she has such an intense focus on using that substance that it completely takes over his or her life. According to studies, […]
Treatment For Co-Occurring Disorders
Co-occurring disorders (COD), also known as dual diagnosis, refers to the coexistence of substance abuse and mental health disorders. Unfortunately, the co-occurrence of these two types of disorders can be difficult to diagnose. In fact, completely different therapeutic approaches were used in the past to treat each of these two types of disorders with different […]
Relapse Prevention: At Home Drug Testing After Detox
The decision to detox from drugs or alcohol is a courageous step in the right direction. However, completing detox is not the conclusion of the process – it is only the beginning. The real challenge is staying clean. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) states that addiction is a “relapsing brain disease”. Relapse prevention […]
The Zombie Drug Crocodile: Krokodil Drug Treatment
When most people think of drug use, they tend to think of a handful of very well-known drugs, such as cocaine and methamphetamine. In truth, though, there are many kinds of drugs that most people have never even heard of. Some of these less well-known drugs can be even more harmful and deadly than their […]
How To Sober Up From Drugs and Alcohol For Good
If you or a loved one is struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction, you’re already aware of how difficult it is to detox and sober up from drugs for good. Although quitting can be hard, there are several steps you can take to successfully beat an addiction. First, you’ll need to recognize and acknowledge […]
Medical Detox for Opiate Withdrawal Symptoms
Opioid addiction is a growing problem in the United States, affecting an estimated 2.6 million individuals in 2015. What are opioids? These include both prescription pain relievers and street heroin, both of which are highly addictive substances that change the chemistry in the brain. Addiction treatment is an effective method of helping these individuals break […]